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Dulcey Hunter, a doctoral student in the College of Education.

Student Spotlight: Dulcey Hunter, doctoral student and Women in Leadership and Philanthropy Scholar

Discover how Dulcey Hunter’s passion for education, travel, and personal growth is shaping her journey as a doctoral student—explore her Q&A.

July 22, 2025Student Life

Vivianne Bessette in action for the Tampa Bay Sun (Mike Carlson / Tampa Bay Sun FC).

From ľ¹ÏÊÓÆµ to the pros: Meet grad student and soccer star Vivianne Bessette

While pursuing a master’s degree in exercise science at ľ¹ÏÊÓÆµ, Vivianne Bessette helped lead Tampa Bay Sun FC to a championship title as a standout defender in the team’s inaugural season.

July 1, 2025Student Life

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Student Spotlight: Paige Glossop is crossing the graduation stage—but her ľ¹ÏÊÓÆµ story is far from over

With a strong foundation in exercise science, Paige Glossop is staying at ľ¹ÏÊÓÆµ to pursue her master’s degree and continue her work with the Exercise is Medicine On Campus initiative.

May 6, 2025Student Life

Angelica Repaci

Angelica Repaci is stepping into the spotlight as a ľ¹ÏÊÓÆµ commencement speaker

She’s about to lead her own classroom—get to know Angelica Repaci, a passionate future educator known for her creativity, compassion, and commitment to inspiring young learners to make a difference.

May 2, 2025Student Life

ľ¹ÏÊÓÆµ doctoral student Cassie D'Addeo and her golden retriever, Kai.

Student Spotlight: Cassie D'Addeo

A doctoral student in the counselor education program at the University of South Florida, D'Addeo is earning accolades for her exceptional contributions to school counseling.

April 3, 2025Student Life

Darlshawn Patterson

Student Spotlight: Darlshawn Patterson’s passion for literacy and education policy

A Ph.D. student in the Literacy Studies program at ľ¹ÏÊÓÆµ, Patterson discusses her drive to transform education and highlights the significance of building supportive communities.

February 19, 2025College of Education News

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ľ¹ÏÊÓÆµ student receives highest non-combat award from U.S. Marine Corps

One year ago, U.S. Marine Sgt. Amed Issa was kneeling outside of a packed restaurant in Waikiki, Hawaii, applying lifesaving aid to a shooting victim’s 23 fresh gunshot wounds. Issa has been awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Medal – the highest noncombat decoration awarded for heroism by the U.S. Department of the Navy to members of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps.

March 5, 2024College of Education News

Student Spotlight

Student Spotlight: Haley Terrell

Haley Terrell is a ľ¹ÏÊÓÆµ College of Education senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education. She will graduate in the Spring of 2023.

February 28, 2023College of Education News

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Student Spotlight: Alicia Miller

From the time she began her studies at ľ¹ÏÊÓÆµ, Mathematics Education major Alicia Miller has taken on opportunities such as working as a resident assistant for the Education Living Learning Community and becoming a part-time tutor through ľ¹ÏÊÓÆµâ€™s Tutor-A-Bull program. Now, with graduation just around the corner, she reflects on her teacher preparation program and the experiences that have led her to where she is today.

February 3, 2022Student Life

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Student Spotlight: Nicole Pacateque

Nicole Pacateque’s love for children and her desire to support their mental health led her to apply to ľ¹ÏÊÓÆµâ€™s School Psychology program.

December 16, 2021Student Life

Bonnie Skye at ľ¹ÏÊÓÆµ Tampa

Student Spotlight: Bonnie Skye

After overcoming obstacles like navigating a learning disability, battling a melanoma diagnosis and unexpectedly moving out of state right before her final teaching internship, Bonnie Skye, a student in ľ¹ÏÊÓÆµ's College of Education, is graduating with a Bachelor of Science in English Education.

December 10, 2021Student Life

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Student Spotlight: De’Vohn Roman

Shortly after graduating with a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of North Florida, De’Vohn Roman began an internship experience that shifted his career goals. His motivation to work with children in a school setting led him to apply to ľ¹ÏÊÓÆµâ€™s School Psychology Program, and his studies at the university have enabled him to take on meaningful opportunities within the profession.

November 9, 2021Student Life

About the ľ¹ÏÊÓÆµ College of Education:

As the home for more than 2,200 students and 130 faculty members across three campuses, the University of South Florida College of Education offers state-of-the-art teacher training and collegial graduate studies designed to empower educational leaders. Our college is nationally accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), and our educator preparation programs are fully approved by the Florida Department of Education.